Paint Stick Pumpkin

Ready for a fun and easy repurposed craft that’s perfect for fall and Halloween? This paint stick pumpkin can be made in less than thirty minutes, is a whimsical addition to your decor, and it’s super easy! The hardest part is getting the hardware store to give you nine paint sticks {wink}!

To make this simple pumpkin, you’ll need nine paint sticks from your local hardware store. The paint sticks at our store are kept behind the counter but we asked nicely if we could have some and they were gracious enough to hand them over. You could also hit up your local paint store.

Lay the paint sticks side by side with the weirdly shaped end of the middle one pointing up and that end pointing down on all the others. That middle stick will become the stem. Freehand a pumpkin shape over the sticks then use a jigsaw to cut each one along those lines. Don’t worry about perfect shapes or each stick fitting together perfectly. The mismatched edges add a rustic, whimsical look to the project.

Once the paint sticks are all cut, sand the edges, then lightly brush the stem piece with brown stain …

About Randi Dukes

I’m Randi, a Dallas-based mom of five kids, ranging from third grade to college and including a set of twins. I love strong coffee, craft and DIY projects, my planner, and my big ol’ family. When I’m not creating something for my blog, I can be found in the car, running kids from one place to another. I’m the one knitting at the red light. Connect with me on google+ | twitter | facebook

Comments

This is adorable and so much fun to make. I love it if you would share this creative post at a link party I am co-hosting tomorrow, Sunday at 4pm eastern time. I hope to see you there. Have a lovely weekend.

This little pumpkin is too cute! I love how you used the paint sticks! I’m always trying to figure out a craft to make with them. Way to go! You’ll be one of the features at tomorrow night’s Creative Ways Link Party! Thanks so much for sharing with us! Blessings, Nici

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